Christopher Harris

Christopher Harris

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Since launching World Soccer Talk in 2005, Harris has played an influential role in shaping how broadcasters deliver the sport by providing in-depth analysis and reviews of the soccer TV coverage. He has interviewed virtually all media executives at the different media giants to stay apprised of changes in OTT and broadcast television while also keeping up with the latest reports and breaking news about key soccer rights acquisitions and the media landscape. Christopher is a member of the North American Soccer Reporters (NASR). He's the recipient of 18 WebAwards from the Web Marketing Association. Prior to World Soccer Talk, Chris wrote for the South Florida Sun-Sentinel as well as The Palm Beach Post and Palm Beach Illustrated.

latest articles by Christopher Harris

Mexican National Team

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Mexico Name Victor Manuel Vucetich As National Team Manager; Mexico's Third Coach In One Week

Mexico have today named Victor Manuel Vucetich as the new manager of the Mexico national team. The Mexican is the third person to be in charge of coaching the Mexican national team in just one week. Last Friday night, Chepo was fired after the team's loss to Honduras. He was replaced by interim manager Luis Fernando Tena […]

News

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Watch the FIFA 14 TV Commercial Featuring Messi, Bale, El Shaarawy and Others [VIDEO]

EA Sports has released its brand new TV commercial for FIFA 14, which features Lionel Messi, Gareth Bale, Stephan El Shaarawy, Chicharito and a whole host of other footballers as they cruise through a desert while playing FIFA 14. Download FIFA 14 today via: United States: Demo — for Xbox 360, PS3 or PC Pre-Order NOW […]

News

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Cape Verde Suspended from World Cup Play-Off for Fielding Suspended Player; Tunisia Go Through Instead

FIFA today announced that Cape Verde have been suspended from their World Cup qualifying play-off for fielding a suspended player. As a result, FIFA has awarded Tunisia a 3-0 victory, and now Tunisia will go through to the play-off match instead of Cape Verde. Originally, Cape Verde had trailed Tunisia by six points with three […]

News

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USA vs. Mexico World Cup Qualifier on UniMás Draws 7.5 Million Total Viewers: Daily Soccer Report

Tuesday night's broadcast of USA vs Mexico on Spanish-language television in the United States drew 7.5million viewers total viewers. The broadcast, on UniMas, ranked as the 4th most-viewed telecast ever on UniMás among both Adults 18-49 and total viewers. In addition to the 7.5 million who watched the game on UniMas, the broadcast on ESPN […]

News

/ 4612 days ago

American Outlaws Supporters' Group Featured in National TV Commercial [VIDEO]

The American Outlaws, the unofficial US supporters' group, are featured in a new nationwide TV commercial. The commercial reads: "Powered by unity, Powered by pride, Powered by dedication, Powered by passion." The footage in the commercial features USMNT supporters in the stadiums and pubs, cheering on their country. As best as I can remember, this […]

News

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Washington DC and Providence Are Top Markets for Watching EPL On NBC and NBCSN

NBC Sports shared some interesting numbers today. Out of the 17 times when Premier League matches have been shown so far this season on NBC and NBCSN, Washington DC and Providence have ranked among the top 10 US markets 13 times over the first three weeks of the season. Hats off to Washington DC and […]

News

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Former Toronto Mayor Returns Toronto FC Season Tickets, Cites Frustrations With Management

Former Toronto Mayor David R Miller is so frustrated at the developments at the way MLS club Toronto FC is being run that he's sent a letter to the club's management, handed back his season tickets and has published his letter for other to see. Here's the public text of David Miller's letter to Maple […]

PES

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PES 2014 Demo Now Available For Download for Xbox 360 and PS3

The demo for PES 2014 is now available for download to soccer fans. PES 2014 Demo is available via Xbox LIVE and PlayStation Network for users in the United States. The demo is also now available in the United Kingdom for PS3, and will be available tomorrow in the UK for Xbox 360 users. In […]

News

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ESPN Scores Highest Overnight Rating Ever for a FIFA World Cup Qualifying Match

ESPN's coverage of the USA versus Mexico game earned the highest rating for a FIFA World Cup qualifying match on US television. The live broadcast of the game scored a 1.9 overnight rating, based on the metered markets. The previous high was a 1.6 overnight rating for Mexico against United States on March 26, 2013, […]

Republic Of Ireland

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Giovanni Trapattoni Quits Republic of Ireland Job After Defeat to Austria: Daily Soccer Report

Giovanni Trapattoni has parted company as Republic of Ireland manager by mutual consent after Ireland were defeated by Austria on Tuesday night. Under his coaching, Trapattoni helped Ireland qualify for Euro 2012 where his side exited the tournament after defeats versus Italy and Spain. The legendary Italian manager almost got Eire into World Cup 2010, […]

News

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Incredible Scenes of US Soccer Fans Celebrating 2-0 Win vs Mexico Including US Players Chugging Beer [VIDEO]

There were two victors Tuesday night in Columbus, Ohio. The first was the US men's national team who coasted to another 2-0 win on home turf against Mexico, ensuring that the United States of America qualified for FIFA World Cup 2014 in Brazil. The other victor was, without a doubt, the US soccer fans. The […]

News

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Yaya Sanogo Injury Leaves Arsenal With Olivier Giroud As Only Fit Striker: Nightly Soccer Report

Arsenal striker Yaya Sanogo has returned to the Premier League club after picking up an injury while on duty with the France under-21 squad. Sanogo suffered a back strain, and will undergo intensive treatment at the club's Colney facilities in order to try to recover in time for this Saturday's match against Sunderland. If Sanogo […]

News

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USA Defeats Mexico 2-0 & Books Place In FIFA World Cup 2014: Match Highlights & Analysis [VIDEO]

After defeating Mexico two-nil in Columbus, Ohio, the United States have qualified for FIFA World Cup 2014 thanks to the three points plus the fact that Panama was unable to defeat Honduras in San Pedro Sula, where the two teams tied 2-2. Watch the highlights of the historic 2-0 win by the United States below. […]

News

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USA vs Mexico; FIFA World Cup 2014 Qualifier: Open Thread

One of the biggest soccer rivalries in this hemisphere kicks off tonight at 8pm ET on ESPN as the United States plays Mexico in a FIFA World Cup 2014 qualifier. If the United States wins, while Honduras prevents Panama from winning, the USA will clinch qualification to the FIFA World Cup in Brazil next summer. […]

News

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Judah Friedlander Stars in Debut Episode of 'Premier League Download' This Friday Night

NBC Sports Network will debut its newest Premier League TV show Friday night at 9pm ET on NBCSN entitled Premier League Download. NBCSN's newest Premier League show will look at the heroes, rivalries and traditions of England's top league. Premier League Download will feature Arlo White, Rebecca Lowe, Robbie Mustoe and Judah Friedlander. Best known as one […]